Obituary for John Gilmore

Condolence From: Jim H, Columbus, OH
Condolence: I'll always think of John's heart laugh when I think of him- I hated to hear of his passing-he was one of the good guys who helped a lot of people, he'll be missed but not forgotten- semper fi pal- best to John's family-

Condolence From: sally smith, chillicothe, ohio
Condolence: I'm a nurse at the VA in Chillicothe that cared for John. It was an honor and privilege. Like others he left a lasting impression on my life.

Condolence From: Doug & Monette Hosler, Circleville, Ohio
Condolence: I never knew I could love a man like I did John!I had alot of history with John! He touched so many people and literally saved alot of lives by just carrying the message of hope. I wOas blessed to know John. John saved my life literally, & I"ll be eternally greatful to know a man like he was. Beautiful soul,smile,teacheir of life,& example in sobriety.Our prayers are with his family!

Condolence From: Bernadette Dickerson, Detroit, Michigan
Condolence: To all Lydia, all of the Gilmores and extended family,
We have lost a relentless soldier in our struggle to become better human beings. Eternal love to your wonderful spirit Johnny! RIP

Bernadette

Condolence From: Michael Casey, Grove City, OH
Condolence: Dear Gilmore Family, I was so sorry to read of John's passing. He was always a great guy. You have my deepest sympathy and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence From: Rick Linville, COLUMBUS, OH
Condolence: John had the sincerity, smile & laughter that caught my attention at the original Pyramid Club, at Livingston & Grant 28 yrs ago. It was always a pleasure to run into him at Central Office on E Broad St and anywhere else. He is an excellent role model, on Earth as well as Heaven....God Bless you Johnny....

Condolence From: Patricia Martin
Condolence: Into my heart's treasury
I slipped a coin
That time could not take
nor a thief purloin
O' better than the mounting
of a gold crowned king
Is the memory of a lovely thing.

John gave a lot of happiness to a lot of people. I am saddened to hear of him no longer being a part of our earth plane. He will be missed by many and held in the heart of those whom he touched in this life. I knew Johnny when we were young in sobriety and loved him for who his own beautiful spirit. he, David and I trudged that road to happiness. Separated we have gone our ways - but, nothing can remove the spirit bond that we shared. May all of his family and loved ones find comfort in knowing that John helped many and, I will always believe, continued to be true to his self.

Condolence From: Chris Rodock, Columbus, Ohio
Condolence: Thank you, John, for choosing to be happy, joyous and free in sobriety. And thank you for your wonderful laughter and generosity of spirit. I will miss you.
Sincere condolences to your family.

Condolence From: Frank Lewis, Cleveland, Ohio
Condolence: Semper Fi my Brother!!

Condolence From: Melody Kreimes, Leavenworth, WA
Condolence: So sad to hear of the loss of Johnny Gilmore. My thoughts are with his family. I have a piece of yellowed paper that John wrote over 20 years ago with W. Benton's poem on it. These words from that poem ring true to me still: "I need love more than hope or money, wisdom or a drink." Thank you, John, for helping me to change my life.

Condolence From: ANGELA PROEHL, FRANKFORT, OH
Condolence: Deepest sympathy for the family and John's many friends. I only met John recently at the VA, but I consider myself blessed to have had the opportunity to ask, "Has anyone told you they love you today, John?" What a beautiful spirit and a truly inspiring person.

Condolence From: Bill carroll, columbus, Ohio
Condolence: One of my favorite quotes from John. "If no one has told you they love you, I Love you". - John C. Gilmore
My deepest heart felt condolences to the family and the multitude of friends. Semper Fi !!!

Condolence From: Suzanne Wiles, Columbus, OH
Condolence: John was a beautiful soul who taught me so much about love. My fiance, Philip, also sends his deepest condolences and gratitude for saving his life to John. He was a great example.

Condolence From: Jeenee Hines, Washington Court House, Ohio
Condolence: John was the most genuine and kind souls I have ever met. He always had a smile and a hug for everyone, no matter how his day was or how he felt. Love and compassion oozed out of his pores and everyone he encountered in life was made better because of it. The world lost a good one!

I know everyone is telling you they love you, John, but count me in there too! much love.

Condolence From: Denise Patterson, Bainbridge, Ohio
Condolence: John was an amazing individual.....loving, kind, helpful.....and serious about his passion > working with other Veterans about their addictions. I was so saddened for the enormous earthly loss of John. Please know that I continue to wrap all his extended family in prayers these difficult hours & days. We know your great loss is an even greater gain in Heaven, because of his faith & ours, in Jesus eternal promises! We can allow time & emotion to embrace grief, as we know, on earth Jesus wept at the loss of loved ones. He will walk with you, understand every tear and wrenching pain for your loss and not question our abiding faith that one sweet day you will see John again. Oh, what a comfort blessing that is, in your deepest times of grief.

Condolence From: Debra Jones, Chillicothe, OH
Condolence: I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I use to work with John at the VA. He was such a very nice person and always had a smile. He will be sadly missed. Condolences to you and your family. May God give you strength through this difficult time.

Condolence From: Charlie Hazlett, Columbus, Ohio
Condolence: I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. While we lost touch and have not talked for 55 years I do remember John as a truly special person with a ready smile and a good word for anyone.

My condolences to his brothers, George and Andy and the entire family.

Charlie Hazlett GAHS 1960

Condolence From: Tina Saxton, Tacoma, WA
Condolence: Over the years when I scroll through my memories, I have often found you there smiling, sharing and caring. "Blessings On Your Head" John Gilmore. God Speed.

Condolence From: Marlene Johnson Newsome, Gallipolis, OH
Condolence: God selects the best on His time schedule. May you all have peace in the thought all is well with Johnny's soul. Blessings and prayers.

Condolence From: Rosemary Muldowney, Westerville, OH
Condolence: You gave such a powerful light to wit would be hard for any one to not want what you had. Thank you for many memories within my own journey. You were a king.

Condolence From: Nannette (Kim) Walker (Thomas), Union City, Ga
Condolence: So sorry to hear this Warrior has left this earthly tabernacle but, now sits in Heavenly Places. We shall meet again. The little "girl" from Ipanema. Wish we could have got together more as I grew up. So happy to have known you and will miss your presence on FB. Blessed Warrior..... R.I.P. & R. I. H.